wc-seed-reddit

Scrape Reddit threads from queries JSON and write structured seed files under seed/reddit.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/strivelogic-cto/writing-companion.io --skill wc-seed-reddit
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Skill: wc-seed-reddit
Source: https://github.com/strivelogic-cto/writing-companion.io/tree/main/skills/wc-seed-reddit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/strivelogic-cto/writing-companion.io --skill wc-seed-reddit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reddit threads offer valuable practitioner insights but locating, filtering, and aggregating them into seed data is manual and time-consuming. This Skill automates discovery, scraping, and structuring of relevant Reddit threads for seed-based workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated discovery: Reads a queries.json containing reddit_searches and performs targeted searches to surface relevant threads.
  • Thread scraping: Retrieves the original post and the top 15-20 comments with approximate upvote counts, preserving content.
  • Deduping & formatting: Avoids duplicates and writes structured markdown files under seed/reddit for downstream analysis.
  • Use Case: Build a curated seed dataset of practitioner discussions to inform product decisions or user research.

Quick Start

Use this Skill to seed reddit thread data by providing a queries JSON and letting it output seed/reddit files.

Frequently Asked Questions about wc-seed-reddit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I scrape Reddit threads to collect practitioner discussions for data analysis?▼

You can collect practitioner discussions by providing a queries JSON file with reddit_searches, and the tool outputs structured markdown seed files under seed/reddit containing the original post, top 15-20 comments, URLs, and subreddit names.

What is the best way to gather seed data from Reddit for user research?▼

The best way to gather seed data for user research is automating Reddit thread discovery and scraping, which filters for depth, recency, and relevance to your sub-questions before writing structured markdown seed files.

Can I use a queries JSON to automate Reddit searches across multiple sub-questions?▼

Yes, a queries JSON containing reddit_searches automates targeted Reddit searches across multiple queries, filtering results by depth, recency, and relevance to your specified sub-questions.

How many top comments are retrieved when scraping Reddit threads for seed data?▼

When scraping Reddit threads for seed data, the tool retrieves the top 15-20 comments with approximate upvote counts, preserving content for structured markdown output.

Does the Reddit scraping tool deduplicate threads when building a seed dataset?▼

Yes, the Reddit scraping tool deduplicates threads during the seed data collection process, avoiding redundant entries and ensuring structured markdown files are written cleanly under seed/reddit.

What limitations should I expect when scraping Reddit for practitioner insights?▼

Limitations when scraping Reddit for practitioner insights include reliance on the quality of your queries JSON and filtering for recency, meaning highly niche sub-questions may yield fewer relevant threads for your seed dataset.